Question:
what should i take for heart burn i am about 1 week post op please help me

   — teresa W. (posted on May 16, 2005)

May 16, 2005
My doctor ordered me something for it, but I can't for the life of me remember the name of it. Contact your doctor.
   — DeeDee O.

May 16, 2005
Call your surgeon asap, my surgeon put me on prevacid right after surgery and I will take it for the rest of my life as a precaution to prevent ulcers which as I understand we are at risk for. I am almost 3 years out, at goal and loving life. I want you to feel as good as I do so best of luck to you!! Feel free to email me directly if I can help in any way!!
   — Sharon1964

May 16, 2005
Yes, call your doctor. It's a common issue. My surgeon told me to take a pepcid AC everyday for the first year. I'm still taking them though at 19 months out. Best advice is from your doctor. You might need prescription medication.
   — scbabe

May 17, 2005
I had it too. My surgeon put me on 1 Pepsid (chewable) a day for 3-4 months. However, sometimes even that wasn't enough & he said to suck 1 or 2 Tums. Please do call your doctor -- you shouldn't have to suffer with this.
   — AA